Place | Africa: Egypt, Alexandria |
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Accession Number | C02667 |
Collection type | Photograph |
Object type | Black & white - Glass original half plate negative |
Maker |
Unknown |
Place made | Egypt, Egypt: Alexandria |
Date made | 1915 |
Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain This item is in the Public Domain |
The 1st Australian Light Horse Brigade preparing to embark for the Gallipoli Peninsula aboard the ...
Description
The 1st Australian Light Horse Brigade preparing to embark for the Gallipoli Peninsula aboard the transport ship Devanha. The Brigade fought dismounted, as the terrain was unsuitable for the use of mounted infantry. The men here are seen changing their leggings for puttees on the wharf at Alexandria.